Albert Green completely transformed the focus and culture of Kent Displays Inc.
when he became CEO in 2007. His vision of how to evolve the company has allowed the company to grow in size and achieve financial success as a leader in display technologies.
When Green first joined Kent Displays, the company was struggling to market its trademark Reflex liquid crystal display technology. To aid the company’s transition from a research and development focus to a production focus, Green led the installation of the world’s first roll-to-roll line for manufacturing plastic LCDs just one year after taking his position. The design is not only unique but more environmentally friendly than other LCD manufacturing processes, producing no waste or chemicals and significantly fewer solvent emissions.
The roll-to-roll production line has since enabled Kent Displays to manufacture plastic Reflex LCDs for three high-growth markets: e-cards and smartcards, electronic skins and electronic writing tablets. In 2010, a consumer product subsidiary of Kent Displays, Improv Electronics, launched the Boogie Board LCD Writing Tablet using Reflex technology, resulting in global sales that exceeded the company’s forecast. The company has since continued to expand its product line.
Green also initiated significant reorganization within the company to propel it to success, expanding facilities, making new hires and creating an internship program. He emphasized employees as the company’s most important asset and changed the staff culture to reflect his product-driven approach, implementing a flexible business model to encourage creativity and give employees the opportunity to achieve personal growth objectives.
Green’s transformation of Kent Displays Inc. has grown the company into a world leader in the research, development and manufacturing of liquid crystal displays. His leadership has allowed the company to overcome business challenges and achieve success, making his vision a reality.
How to reach: Kent Displays Inc., (330) 673-8784 or www.kentdisplays.com
